Line 4's operation and management was handed over to MTR Corporation (Shenzhen), a subsidiary of
MTR Corporation on 1 July 2010 from
Shenzhen Metro Group (for 30 years, until 2040) under a
BOT basis. Upon MTR's takeover, elements of the existing stations were modified to match MTR Hong Kong's styles, such as changing of lighting, station maps and signs, posters and the introduction of station art similar to those found within stations in the Hong Kong MTR. English station names were also modified (i.e. 'Futiankouan' changed to 'Futian Checkpoint') for easier recognition, and staff uniform and help desks were also changed to match the styles seen in Hong Kong's
MTR. The line 4 color on map was changed from blue to red. The English font type and tickets remain unchanged.
MTR Fare Saver An MTR Fare Saver kiosk is available in . Passengers with the Hong Kong
Octopus card can utilise the kiosk and receive a
HK$3 discount on the subsequent trip from on MTR Hong Kong's
East Rail line. ==History==